Automotive Body Repairer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Repairs vehicles per estimate and according to manufacturer standards.
• Checks parts against estimates and ensures proper parts are ordered and received.
• Prepares vehicles for body repair work.
• Notifies management of any additional repairs needed or difficulties that may prevent a quality job or cause delays.
• Maintains tools and equipment in a proper state of repair.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, as recommended.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials; reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Understands and complies with federal, state, and local regulations affecting body shop operations, such as hazardous waste disposal and OSHA requirements.
• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and the general public.